Welcome to The Carson Journal

Today we are starting something new. The Carson Journal is a small neighborhood publication from the team at Carson Mini Mart, and this is its first day at its own address, carsonjournal.com.

Why a corner store is publishing a journal

A corner store hears a lot. People tell us what is opening, what is closing, what the street was like forty years ago and where the good parking is. We wanted a place to write some of it down and share it with everyone else who lives, works or studies around East Carson Street.

What you will find here

• Neighborhood news. What is happening on and around Carson Street.
• Things to do. Events, walks and ideas for a free afternoon on the South Side.
• Carson Street and Pittsburgh. Local history and fun facts, like how the street got its name.
• Nutrition and wellness. Plain, sourced advice on food, water and staying active.

How we will write it

We will keep posts short and say where our facts come from. When we write about health, we will link to the source and remind you that it is general information, not medical advice.

Tell us what is going on

This journal works best with your help. If your block is planning a clean-up, your shop has news, or you know a piece of South Side history we should cover, email hello@shopcarsonminimart.com or tell us at the counter.

Thanks for reading. See you on the street.